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SUMMARY:Encounter the fascinating world of rocks\, stone tools and rock gongs |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Babylonstoren’s rock collection is as fascinating as it is diverse. It represents hand-selected rocks from the Western and Northern Cape\, each with its own history and characteristics. In this workshop\, we’ll explore their variously shaped weathering patterns resulting in nature’s works of art\, representing both sedimentary\, igneous and metamorphic processes. This is your chance to experience Babylonstoren’s rock collection up close\, guided by experts Ernst van Jaarsveld and Willem Pretorius. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Greenhouse is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/encounter-the-fascinating-world-of-rocks-stone-tools-and-rock-gongs-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Culture & Living History,Environmental,History,Lifestyle,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240814T100000
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SUMMARY:Encounter the beautiful world of fynbos |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Of the six floral kingdoms in the world\, the Cape’s iconic fynbos region is the smallest and richest\, with the highest known concentration of plant species within its perimeters. This is your chance to experience Babylonstoren’s beautiful fynbos fields up close\, in a sensory experience guided by master botanist\, Ernst van Jaarsveld\, and Babylonstoren conservation ecologist and entomologist\, Arné Stander. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Greenhouse is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/encounter-the-beautiful-world-of-fynbos-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Lifestyle,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240815T100000
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SUMMARY:Winter farm to table with blood oranges |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:Fresh produce expert Didi Brink will share her experience with a tasting of the various blood orange cultivars\, including Tarocco\, Ippolito and Moro. We’ll use the blood orange harvest to make a few seasonal creations in our Old Bakery farm kitchen. Have you ever tasted a winter salad with blood orange\, authentic water buffalo mozzarella and olive oil? Now is your chance. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/winter-farm-to-table-with-blood-oranges-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Food & Drink,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240816T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240816T170000
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SUMMARY:Veg on fire! Get grilling with our Babel head chef
DESCRIPTION:Every action at Babylonstoren is guided by the ever-changing tapestry of our magnificent garden. With the arrival of spring\, we celebrate a new season with an array of interesting veggies. These are elevated in true South African spirit with the addition of smoke and fire! We’ll kick off in the garden to harvest what’s in season before heading to the Old Bakery to light the fires and explore ways to prepare veg over the coals. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch at the Old Bakery is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/veg-on-fire-get-grilling-with-our-babel-head-chef/
LOCATION:Western Cape
CATEGORIES:Culture & Living History,Environmental,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240822T100000
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SUMMARY:Forage for indigenous veld foods |  Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:We start the day with a walk through the garden. Botanist Ernst van Jaarsveld will share his vast knowledge of South Africa’s indigenous edibles\, showing guests how to recognise seasonal plants that they can pick and nibble on. We will also learn how to propagate these edible varieties to take home and plant there. Our guests are invited to a demo and lunch hosted by head chef Schalk Vlok\, inspired by the indigenous food plants discussed in the workshop. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Old Bakery is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/forage-for-indigenous-veld-foods-babylonstoren-2/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,Explore,Lifestyle,Outdoor,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20240827T153000
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SUMMARY:Distilling Cape chamomile and essential oils | Babylonstoren
DESCRIPTION:In the Scented Room\, guests will be able to see the steam-distilling process that captures the natural essence of the plant. Guided by Babylonstoren’s in-house compounder\, Gavin Hendriks\, you’ll be able to create your own body products to take home\, using a selection of our essential oils. Steaming coffee from the Lekker Room is served upon arrival. Lunch in the Tasting Room is included.
URL:https://vs.sketchup.co.za/event/distilling-cape-chamomile-and-essential-oils-babylonstoren/
LOCATION:Babylonstoren\, Babylonstoren Klapmuts/Simodium Road\, Stellenbosch\, Western Cape\, 7600\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Environmental,health and wellness,Workshop
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